Child's Silhouette on Black Card Stock

Child's Silhouette Project Materials

Place printed photo over black card stock and cut away background from printed image leaving only the subject's silhouette.

Cut Mat

Use a craft knife to cut cream mat board to fit frame. Tip: Use cardboard backing included with frame as a template.

Cream Mat Board for Framed Child's Silhouette

Use a craft knife to cut cream mat board to fit frame. Tip: Use cardboard backing included with frame as a template.

Glue Silhouette

Using a ruler, determine the center of mat and mark center. Apply craft glue to back side of silhouette (Image 1). Center silhouette, then gently press down and hold in place while glue adheres (Image 2). Tip: Keep glue away from silhouette's edges to prevent excess from squeezing out.

Applying Glue to Child's Silhouette

Using a ruler, determine the center of mat and mark center. Apply craft glue to back side of silhouette. Tip: Keep glue away from silhouette's edges to prevent excess from squeezing out.

Position Child's Silhouette on Mat Board

Center silhouette, then gently press down and hold in place while glue adheres.

Label Silhouette

Use a fine-tipped permanent marker or paint pen to label and date the silhouette. Allow ink and glue to fully dry before placing in frame. Tip: Silhouettes don't have to be black; consider using colorful or patterned paper for a modern and playful interpretation.

Label Child's Silhouette

Use a fine-tipped permanent marker or paint pen to label and date the silhouette. Allow ink and glue to fully dry before placing in frame. Tip: Silhouettes don't have to be black; consider using colorful or patterned paper for a modern and playful interpretation.

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